1993 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 1993 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1993 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 200 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
